What does it mean to say that human beings are created in the image of God? (original) (raw)

In this essay I will argue for an eclectic theological understanding of the image of God, understanding that each of the historical views are different facets of the same reality – the personhood. In order to do so, I will first explain the chief historical interpretations of the imago Dei and show their main flaws. Second, I will show why the eclectic theological point of view represents better the original meaning of the ‘image of God’ in the Bible. Finally, I will list several ethical and spiritual implications of my view.